1. a congenital condition in which two or more fingers or toes are fused together
Usage: medical

Examples

• The baby was born with syndactylism affecting her middle and ring fingers.
• Syndactylism can often be corrected through surgical separation of the fused digits.
• The doctor explained that syndactylism occurs in about one in every 2,000 births.
• Her syndactylism was mild, involving only a small web of skin between two toes.
• The genetic counselor discussed the hereditary aspects of syndactylism with the family.
• Physical therapy helped improve hand function after syndactylism surgery.